One day after $355M fraud verdict, Trump hawks $399 gold sneakers at Sneaker Con

Just one day after a New York judge ordered Trump to pay $354.9 million in a fraud case, Trump appeared at Sneaker Con in Philadelphia to unveil '$399 Trump Sneakers' - gold high-tops emblazoned with his name and an American flag. The event was met with both cheers and loud boos. Trump touted the shoes as the 'first official Trump footwear.' The timing was unmistakable: facing a massive fraud judgment, Trump immediately pivoted to selling $399 shoes to his supporters. The sneakers quickly sold out, generating headlines and revenue while the fraud penalties remained unpaid. A fragrance line ($99) and cheaper sneaker options ($199) were also announced.

"I've wanted to do this for a long time. We're gonna sell a lot of sneakers." — Trump at Sneaker Con, Philadelphia, February 17, 2024